Quickstep Dance Classes In Ottawa
Quickstep With Energy
Quickstep dance classes at DQ Ballroom & Fitness Ottawa teach the fastest of the five Standard ballroom dances, danced at roughly 50 beats per minute with hops, runs, and Charleston-rooted syncopations.
Quickstep Dance Classes For Beginners
Find The Lightness
Beginner Quickstep classes teach the closed hold at speed, the quarter turns, the lock step, the natural spin turn, and the chassé. The trick is keeping the footwork light and the frame strong while moving at speed.
- checkClosed hold at speed
- checkQuarter turns and progressive chassé
- checkLock step
- checkLight, springing footwork
Quickstep Classes For Intermediate Dancers
Add The Flair
Intermediate Quickstep introduces the Running Finish, the V6, the Closed Telemark, and the Tipple Chassé alongside the Charleston-style syncopations that make Quickstep look effortless even at top speed. We work on stamina, partnership timing, and floor craft on a busy floor.
- checkRunning Finish and V6
- checkClosed Telemark and Tipple Chassé
- checkPartner connection and leading
- checkStamina and floor craft
Your First Class
A quick look at how a class actually flows from start to finish.
- 015 min early
Arrive and sign in
Sign in at reception, change shoes, and meet your instructor.
- 02~5 min
Warm-up and frame
A short warm-up to set posture, alignment, and the basic frame. The figures we build later all sit on top of this.
- 03~30 min
Learn the figures
Your instructor breaks down each step in small pieces, demonstrates with a partner, then walks you through it slowly with the music.
- 04~15 min
Practice
Run through the figures with your partner. Your instructor circulates to give individual feedback and corrections.
Find Your Spot In A Quickstep Class
Quickstep is the dance that brings the most energy to a Standard ballroom evening. It's fast, light, and incredibly satisfying once the footwork clicks into place. Browse the schedule and pick a class that fits your week.
Quickstep is taught at DQ Ballroom & Fitness as part of our Standard Ballroom program. If Quickstep catches your interest, you might also enjoy our other Standard Ballroom dances. You can also browse all of our dance classes to see the full lineup.
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“The best dance studio in Ottawa. It has a huge dance floor, perfect for International Ballroom. They offer classes for all ages, all levels and various styles, with world-class instructors.”
Karen Lo
a year ago
“Melanie helped us create the perfect choreo for our wedding dance. She was amazing, always nice and patient, extremely professional and experienced. She made us feel comfortable and we made a lot of progress.”
Rebecca Scano
10 months ago
“Melanie & Lionel are excellent instructors, very knowledgeable and fun to work with. The studio has a beautiful dance floor, one of the most spacious in Ottawa. The Friday dance parties and special events are my favourite, not to be missed!”
Mirka Strmiskova
a year ago
“I am very satisfied to dance at DQ where I have learned to dance with precision, style and control. Instructors are highly skilled, teach with a sense of humour, and adapt to your learning objectives.”
Yvan Beaulieu
a year ago
“A welcoming dance studio for all ages and dance experience. The instructors are knowledgeable and patient. Lots of styles to choose from on the schedule and the prices are fair. Having a really nice time in the group classes as well as the social dances.”
Catherine H
a year ago
“If you're looking for a dance studio in Ottawa, whether you have zero experience or you're a seasoned dancer, this is your sign to stop looking and try DQ Ballroom & Fitness.”
Clara Miller
a year ago
Common Questions
The questions we hear most from new students.
Is Quickstep a good dance to start with?expand_more
Yes. You can start with any dance, and Quickstep is a great choice. In the early lessons we focus on frame, connection, and getting comfortable moving at tempo, the fundamentals that make everything else click.
What music is Quickstep danced to?expand_more
Big-band swing, jazz standards, and faster crooner songs at roughly 50 beats per minute. The dance evolved from a 1920s mix of fast Foxtrot and the Charleston, which still shapes the rhythm.
Do I need exceptional fitness to take Quickstep?expand_more
No. Beginner classes build the fitness as you build the technique. The class structure (drills and recoveries) gives plenty of breathing room while you adjust to the pace.
Do I need a partner?expand_more
You don't need a partner to sign up. We encourage you to join with a partner (practicing together outside of class makes a real difference), but if you come on your own, we'll pair you up with someone during the lesson. Everyone is welcome.
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